WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

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Saint Mary’s, Saint Michael’s, and Ss John & Ailbe: 5th June 2022
The Day of Pentecost / Whit Sunday
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COLLECTS AND READINGS
Collect for the week: Almighty God, who on the day of Pentecost sent your Holy Spirit to the apostles with
the wind from heaven and in tongues of flame, filling them with joy and boldness to preach the gospel: By the
power of the same Spirit strengthen us to witness to your truth and to draw everyone to the fire of your love;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Old Testament: Genesis 11:1-9: Now the whole earth had one language and the same words. And as they
migrated from the east, they came upon a plain in the land of Shinar and settled there. And they said to one
another, ‘Come, let us make bricks, and burn them thoroughly.’ And they had brick for stone, and bitumen for
mortar. Then they said, ‘Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a tower with its top in the heavens, and let us
make a name for ourselves; otherwise we shall be scattered abroad upon the face of the whole earth.’ The Lord
came down to see the city and the tower, which mortals had built. And the Lord said, ‘Look, they are one people,
and they have all one language; and this is only the beginning of what they will do; nothing that they propose to
do will now be impossible for them. Come, let us go down, and confuse their language there, so that they will
not understand one another’s speech.’ So the Lord scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the
earth, and they left off building the city. Therefore it was called Babel, because there the Lord confused the
language of all the earth; and from there the Lord scattered them abroad over the face of all the earth.
Psalm 104: 26-36, 37b
O Lord, how manifold are your works! ♦︎ In wisdom you have made them all; the earth is full of your
creatures.
There is the sea, spread far and wide, ♦︎ and there move creatures beyond number, both small and great.
There go the ships, and there is that Leviathan ♦︎ which you have made to play in the deep.
All of these look to you ♦︎ to give them their food in due season.
When you give it them, they gather it; ♦︎ you open your hand and they are filled with good.
When you hide your face they are troubled; ♦︎ when you take away their breath, they die and return again to
the dust.
When you send forth your spirit, they are created, ♦︎ and you renew the face of the earth.
May the glory of the Lord endure for ever; ♦︎ may the Lord rejoice in his works;
He looks on the earth and it trembles; ♦︎ he touches the mountains and they smoke.
I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; ♦︎ I will make music to my God while I have my being.
So shall my song please him ♦︎ while I rejoice in the Lord.
Let sinners be consumed out of the earth and the wicked be no more. ♦︎ Bless the Lord, O my soul. Alleluia.
Acts 2:1-21: When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from
heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting.
Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled
with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Now there were
devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was
bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished, they
asked, ‘Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native
language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,
Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and
proselytes, Cretans and Arabs – in our own languages we hear them speaking about God’s deeds of power.’ All
were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, ‘What does this mean?’ But others sneered and said, ‘They
are filled with new wine.’ But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them: ‘Men of Judea
and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as
you suppose, for it is only nine o’clock in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: “In
the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters
shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves,
both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents
in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to
darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day. Then everyone who
calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Gospel: St John 14: 8-17, 25-27: Philip said to Jesus, ‘Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.’ Jesus
said to him, ‘Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has
seen the Father. How can you say, “Show us the Father”? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the
Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does
his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because
of the works themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and,
in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father. I will do whatever you ask in my name,
so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it. ‘If you love me,
you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, to be with
you for ever. This is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows
him. You know him, because he abides with you, and he will be in you. ‘I have said these things to you while I am
still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything,
and remind you of all that I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you
as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.’
Post-Communion Prayer: Faithful God, who fulfilled the promises of Easter by sending us your Holy Spirit
and opening to every race and nation the way of life eternal: Open our lips by your Spirit, that every tongue may
tell of your glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymns:
Saint Michael’s
Saint Mary’s 94 318 324
Service Notes
- Services will be recorded and may be viewed online on: www.churchservices.tv and the Cathedral website
(www.saintmaryscathedral.ie) within the 90 days following the service. After that time recordings will be
destroyed however exceptions may apply and recordings could last longer if the Cathedral required it.
Occasional services may be recorded and will be advertised on both websites www.churchservices.tv
and www.saintmaryscathedral.ie and/or other communication channels of the Cathedral). If you would like
further information on a particular event, please contact the Cathedral office.
- The New Revised Standard Version (Anglicized Edition), copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian
Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America
- Material in this service is reproduced from The Book of Common Prayer under licence, copyright © RCB 2004
- One License Number: A-738650
 Services & Events:
Date Time Event Venue
Sunday 5th 10.00 Morning Prayer Saint Michael’s
Pentecost 11.15 Holy Communion The Cathedral
NO SERVICE Ss John & Ailbe, Abington
Monday 6th 10.30 Morning Prayer The Cathedral
Tuesday 7th 10.30 Morning Prayer The Cathedral
13.15 Lunchtime Concert The Cathedral
19.30 Parish Finance Committee Zoom
Wednesday 8th 10.30 Morning Prayer The Cathedral
Thursday 9th 10.30 Holy Communion The Cathedral
Friday 10th 10.30 Morning Prayer The Cathedral
Saturday 11th 10.30 Morning Prayer The Cathedral
14.00 Grounds Clean Up Ss John & Ailbe, Abington
Sunday 12th 10.00 Holy Communion Saint Michael’s
Trinity Sunday 11.00 Morning Prayer Ss John & Ailbe, Abington
11.15 Matins and Baptism The Cathedral

THIS WEEK’S NOTICES

A message about Parish Finances from the Dean: The Select Vestry and I are humbled and
deeply appreciative of the generous support provided by the parish, in particular since March
2020. I have invited the Chairman of the Parish Finance Committee, Mr Keith Morrow, to
add a few words on behalf of the Select Vestry. He writes,
Over the last number of years, a significant proportion of givers have moved to direct giving (ie
Standing Orders) and we are extremely grateful of this, as it is a huge help to the finance committee
in budgeting for the year ahead. The Select Vestry and Finance Committee wish to place on record
their profound thanks to the parishioners of Limerick City Parish for their continued and generous
support of the parish through their sustained financial giving. I wish to also wish to express my thanks
to my colleagues on the Finance Committee for their work over the past year.
Diocesan Council for Mission: Will meet in the Woodlands Hotel, Adare on Thursday 9th June at 8pm.
All are welcome to attend.
The Cathedral Graveyard: We are fortunate to have such a beautiful and peaceful space right in the
middle of the city. In recent times the grounds have been enhanced by the inclusion of a wild-flower garden,
new seating and planting. If you would like to make a donation towards the upkeep of the grounds, please do
so through the Cathedral office or contact Lindsay Boyle or the Dean.
Prayers for exams: As we approach the end of the School year, we hold in Prayer all those sitting exams.
For those preparing such events – remember it is only an exam and we are all here to support you. The
following prayer is for use by all those sitting an examination –
Dear Lord, I want to do my best to fulfil the potential you have given me. Help me:
– to stay calm
– to keep things in perspective and be content with the best I can do on the day
– to look out for my friends who need a bit of encouragement, and
– to always remember that the real test is how closely I can follow in your way.
The Cathedral Welcome desk: Are you interested in being part of the welcome team? Please speak
with the Dean and/or Noreen Ellerker.
Abington Clean-up: A clean-up of the church grounds will take place on Saturday 11th June from 2pm – all
welcome!
A prayer for the situation in Ukraine: O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We
commend to your merciful care the people and government of Ukraine that, being guided by your providence,
they may dwell secure in your peace. Grant to their leaders and all in authority, wisdom and strength to know
and to do your will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their
calling to serve their people; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Havergal and Roxboro Schools' Charity: These funds which help with education grants are now open
for applications. For more information please contact the Dean.
Refreshments (with thanks to those on duty)
5th June 12th June 19th June 26th June
Saint Michael’s Sheila Cusack Trevor & Tracey Lyttle Avril Condell Tony O'Connell
The Cathedral Lillian Okechukwu Alyson McHugh + Keith O’Neil Karen Wilson +
Shawn/Carrie Jamieson Catherine Smith
Livestreaming: Log onto www.churchservices.tv/limerickstmarys Services will be on air at 11.15 a.m. on
Sundays and 10.30 a.m. on Thursdays.
Remembrance Book: Please remember those whose anniversaries occur at this time among them:
Margaret Gladys Walshe, Fred Bond, Det. Garda Jerry McCabe, Sylvia Moorhead and Rosaleen Sheahan.
Cycle of Prayer: Church of Ireland: the Diocese of Kilmore, Elphin & Ardagh and Bishop Ferran Glenfield.
Anglican Cycle of Prayer: the Anglican Church of Southern Africa. Diocese: that the Holy Spirit may guide our
united diocese of Tuam, Limerick & Killaloe.
Prayers for the Sick: Your prayers are asked for the sick in our community, especially, Harold Armstrong;
Sylvia Martin; Emily; Moira Lowry; Mac; Mike; Betty; Alan Kennedy; Jackie Grace; Zandra; Richard Brickenden;
Kathleen Quinn; Stephen Richards; Kathleen Leddin; Marie O'Connor; Sinead; Martha McDermott; John
Copley; Ava Colohan; Aileen Henderson; Flora Collins, Dean Sandra Pragnell and Barbara Farnley.
NOTE ABOUT PRAYER LIST: If you wish to place a name on the list, please email your prayer request to
limerickcityparishnews@gmail.com. Under GDPR regulations please ensure you have the consent of the named
person(s) before submitting a name. For confidentiality reasons the clergy would appreciate NOT being asked on the
status of people. Whilst we appreciate people are showing care and concern, it can compromise the relationship between
pastor and parishioner. Thank you.
CONTACT DETAILS
• The Very Rev’d Niall J. Sloane (Dean): The Deanery, 7 Kilbane, Castletroy
Email: dean@limerick.anglican.org; Tel: 061-338697. Day off: Friday
• The Rev’d Dr Leonard Madden (Curate-Assistant): The Curatage, 50 Ballinvoher, Fr Russell Road, Limerick
Email: curate@limerick.anglican.org; Tel: 061-302038. Day off: Saturday
• Clergy Emergency Number: Tel: 087-3524046. (Strictly Emergency Calls Only).
• The Parish Office: Saint Mary’s Cathedral, Bridge Street, Limerick, V94 E068.
Email: cathedral@limerick.anglican.org; Tel: 061-310293.
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